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GM: ‘Like Green Cars? Try Our Diesels’
Photo: © General Motors If I were to think of the dirtiest (emissions-wise) vehicle I could think of, my first thought would almost certainly be some sort of huge diesel-burning,…
Oil Price Stays Low as Iran Thumbs Nose at Other Oil Producers
Efforts to stem the deluge of crude oil pouring into the global market were stalled on March 14th, as oil-producing countries attempted to quickly create a production freeze. Efforts failed…
2017 Toyota Yaris Overview
The 2017 Toyota Yaris is a subcompact hatchback that aims to satisfy customers seeking a small, efficient, and inexpensive car with decent practicality and resale value. Its performance won’t kick…
Oil Production Exceeds 100 Million Barrels a Day for the First Time
Oil production certainly shows no signs of slowing down Image: Paul Lowry With all the talk of electric vehicles across the automotive industry, it may be easy to assume that…
New 2015 Trax Commercial is MILLENNIALTASTIC!
2015 Chevy Trax: SO MILLENNIAL Chevrolet launched the new Trax small crossover earlier this year, and based on the first few ads, it’s clear that Chevy will be taking no…
HE'S BACK! New McConaughey Lincoln Ads Make Great Late Christmas Gifts
He’s back, and this time, he’s crazy-talking in an MKZ Hybrid! We know Christmas has mercifully come and gone for another year, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t pass…
New Chevrolet Trax Launched in Indonesia with Chevy Complete Care
Chevrolet’s latest version of the popular Trax crossover was introduced to Indonesia last month. The new Trax is redesigned with new front and rear fascias on the outside, a new…
Neil Young Confirms 2016 Lincoln Continental, Hey Hey, My My
Neil Young Confirms 2016 Lincoln Continental (Maybe) Neil Young is arguably one of the best singer/songwriters of the 20th century, and it turns out that he might also be really…
Tesla Reveals New Roadster and Electric Semi-Truck
Tesla’s Roadster and semi-truck reveal Photo:iGadgetPro Last night, Tesla revealed two models with peak zero-to-60 mph performance and a substantial range: its new Roadster sports car and electric semi-truck. The…
2020 Hyundai Palisade Poised to Go on Sale in U.S.
Photo: Hyundai Arriving soon at U.S. dealerships, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade prioritizes roomy comfort, along with family-friendly infotainment features and safety tech. “This new Hyundai SUV is the ultimate family…
Mexico Makes Plans To Take Its Oil and Go Home
Image: gerald36693 It is probably safe to say at this point that the US, or possibly more specifically the new administration, is not terribly popular south of the border, particularly…
winter car care Archives
WD-40 is one of those magical household products that has hundreds of… Jack Frost can definitely make it challenging to preserve your car’s condition… Winter is your car’s worst enemy.…
Hyundai Palisade, Sonata Named Best Car Buys by Driving Today
Photo: Hyundai Continuing their winning ways, the 2020 Hyundai Palisade and 2020 Hyundai Sonata were recently honored with Best Car Buy Awards from Driving Today. The Palisade won for Best…
Hyundai Sales Make Strides in November
The 2020 Hyundai Venue debuted at dealerships in November Photo: Hyundai Hyundai celebrated a successful November, racking up a 6 percent increase in overall U.S. sales over the same period…
2020 Hyundai Palisade Snags CarBuzz Family Fun Award
Photo: Hyundai The all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade just added to its enviable shelf of awards, taking home the first annual CarBuzz Family Fun Award for its affordability, spaciousness, and drivability.…
[VIDEO] Florida Car Wash Employs, Empowers Autistic Adults
Employee Andrew cleans cars at Rising Tide Car Wash Photo: Nationswell The transition from high school to the workplace is often the hardest adjustment for young adults on the autism…
MultiPro Tailgate Expands to More GMC Sierra 1500 Trims
The MultiPro tailgate’s step function Photo: GMC Truck buyers who want the innovative and popular MultiPro tailgate now have a longer list of trims to choose from in the GMC…
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The Grinch Takes Away ‘Top Gear’ Christmas Specials
While the departure of Chris Evans (not that one) from Top Gear was not entirely unexpected, it certainly put the brand new show in a tailspin. Who exactly is in…
Chevrolet Recounts Why the All-New Chevy Trax Wins
The 2015 Chevy Trax ©GM The all-new Chevy Trax launches early next year, bringing Chevy into the compact SUV segment full-force. The Trax is geared toward urban dwellers thanks to…
Hyundai Sales Surge 12 Percent in July
Photo: Hyundai It was a July to get excited about for Hyundai. After 11 consecutive months of modest year-over-year sales gains, the automaker celebrated a major stride last month: a…
NHTSA Gives 2015 Honda Pilot Four-Star Safety Rating
The 2015 Honda Pilot SUV The new 2015 Honda Pilot has been awarded a four-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The rating applies to front-wheel-drive and…
How Do I Become an Uber Driver?
Want to become an Uber driver? Here’s how So you’ve learned about Uber and now you’re wondering—how do I become an Uber driver? Turns out, it can be quite easy…
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2018 Acura NSX Overview
Whether you want to take the 2018 Acura NSX for a drive through the neighborhood or take it on a track, it’s going to grab the attention of passersby. This…
Revealed: 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition
The 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition Photo: FCA Ram has revealed the all-new 2021 Ram 1500 Limited Longhorn 10th Anniversary Edition. This pickup truck is an upscale…
2017 CX-9 Named IIHS Top Safety Pick+
Mazda’s top of the line SUV, the CX-9, has been raking in the awards since its complete redesign for the 2016 model year. However, one thing it hasn’t gotten is…
Ford Baidu Archives
Ford has launched an all-new, China-specific SYNC infotainment system that leverages Baidu… Ford Motor Company and Baidu have reached an agreement on a two-year… Ford and Baidu on Wednesday signed…
Nissan Foundation Archives
The Nissan Foundation has earmarked a sizeable sum to 28 nonprofit organizations… The 27th grant cycle of the Nissan Foundation will result in a… It’s the month of June, which…
2015 Toyota Highlander Overview
What’s New for the 2015 Toyota Highlander? The Highlander remains essentially unchanged from its predecessor for the 2015 model year. The SUV was completely redesigned by Toyota in 2014. 2015…
2019 Hyundai Santa Fe 014
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Study: Our Electricity Is Greener, And So Are Electric Cars
Last June, I got pretty excited over a report and map from the Union of Concerned Scientists, which had calculated, depending on region, if you were driving an electric car,…
Ford Swipes Five Stars for Transit Connect Wagon Safety Rating
According to a recent press release from the Blue Oval, the latest Ford Transit Connect Wagon safety rating is in, and it’s pretty darn bright. The Transit Connect nabbed five…
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Hyundai Genesis Earns ANCAP's Highest Safety Score Ever
Not too long after the Hyundai Genesis drove home with the title of IIHS 2014 Top Safety Pick+ (the only rear-wheel-drive vehicle in its class to do so), the recently…
2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax Shortlisted for Green Truck of the Year
Earlier this year, it was announced that the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado would be available with a diesel engine, something that fans of the small truck had long been asking for. While…
An Introduction to Carbon Fiber in the Car World
With its revolutionary combination of light weight and impressive strength, carbon fiber has become one of the most sought after materials in the automotive industry. This infographic provided to us…
2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee Proves Point with NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
The Jeep Grand Cherokee earned a five-star overall rating each of the past four years The 2017 Grand Cherokee joins the new Dodge Challenger and Chrysler 200 as FCA vehicles…
AAA Predicts That Nearly 42 Million Americans Will Travel During Memorial Day Weekend This Year
Once again, Orlando is the top tourist destination for Memorial Day Weekend Photo: Bill Dickinson Memorial Day Weekend is usually regarded as the official start to the summer season. Summer…
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2016 Buick Cascada Archives
Buick’s total United States sales were up 10.4% in July with a… The Buick Cascada has only been on the market for a short… The 2016 Buick Cascada convertible has…
weight reduction Archives
Toyota has received an Altair Enlighten Award at the CAR Management Briefing… Given the trend of the past few weeks, we really didn’t expect… General Motors China flexed its eco-friendly…
Toyota commercials Archives
The announcement was made alongside news that Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda would skip Friday’s opening ceremony… When I am home every day with my kids trying to work… Jan has…
Nissan Foundation to Support 30 Nonprofits in 2019
Photo: Nissan The 27th grant cycle of the Nissan Foundation will result in a total of $740,000 parsed out to 30 nonprofit organizations in the metro areas of Atlanta and…
“Reinvented” 2013 Toyota Camry Ad Features Weird Stuff
2013 Toyota Camry Back in 2012, Toyota “reinvented” the current-generation Camry for the 2013 model year. As you might expect, along with that redesign came a vigorous ad campaign showing…
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New Car Technology Increases Risk of Cybersecurity Hacks
As vehicle technology becomes more and more advanced, the risk increases for hackers to take control of your vehicle and steal your personal information. Because more new vehicles are equipped…
how to buy dream car Archives
Is there a vehicle you’ve dreamed of owning since you were a child? If so, you might be able to turn that dream into reality. With these tips for affording…
[VIDEO] Toyota Aygo Commercial Gets Revenge on Weather Forecasters
That’ll learn ya to predict sun! The Toyota Aygo is at it again. After releasing a commercial a few months back featuring the tiny Europe-only hatchback lifting its rear wheel…